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2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid gets price hike, still undercuts RAV4, CR-V

Green Car Reports

Biggest price hike applies to base front-wheel-drive Sportage Hybrid 2025 Sportage Hybrid remains cheaper than rivals if AWD isn’t a priority Sportage PHEV carries over at 34 miles of range, includes AWD Kia has carried over its Sportage Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid lineups for the 2025 model year. And while there are few changes to these.

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The electric cars that helped keep the lights on when giant coal generator tripped

The Driven EV News

A group of 16 electric cars in Canberra have given a world-first demonstration of their ability to help prevent blackouts during a major grid emergency in February. The post The electric cars that helped keep the lights on when giant coal generator tripped appeared first on The Driven.

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10 Largest EV Battery Producers in the World

CleanTechnica EVs

One company has absolutely run away with the trophy for largest EV battery producer in the world. That would be Chinese battery giant CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd). I recall when it stole the title from LG Chem a few years ago, and it seems that it has only. [continued] The post 10 Largest EV Battery Producers in the World appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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New Fiber Optics Tech Smashes Data Rate Record

Cars That Think

A team of researchers in Japan and the United Kingdom have smashed the world record for fiber optic communications through commercial-grade fiber. By broadening fiber’s communication bandwidth, the team has produced data rates four times as fast as existing commercial systems—and 33 percent better than the previous world record. The researchers’ success derives in part from their innovative use of optical amplifiers to boost signals across communications bands that conventional fiber optics tech

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How serious is Norway about climate change? So much that its streetlights self-dim

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Porsche accelerates shift to electric vehicles as gas-powered models die off

Electrek

Porsche is doubling down on its shift to EVs as gas-powered vehicles, like the Macan, are already being retired in Europe. With new electric vehicles launching, including the Macan, Boxster, Cayenne, and a range-topping seven-seater EV, Porsche is laying the groundwork for the future.

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2025 Ram 1500 REV electric truck aims for 500 miles of range

Green Car Reports

The 2025 Ram 1500 REV is Ram's electric truck launching near the end of 2024 Ram said the 1500 REV will have up to 500 miles of range, but standard battery trucks will have 350 miles of range A range-extended Ram 1500 Ramcharger arrives after the electric Ram 1500 REV Ram is looking to go the distance with its electric truck when it arrives later.

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Lucid Hit A Delivery Record In Q2

InsideEVs

The company also slightly reduced its inventory.

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2025 Hyundai Tucson plug-in hybrid sports standard AWD, "Green Zone" mode

Green Car Reports

Hyundai's Tucson PHEV crossover SUV refreshes its interior New Baby and Green Zone drive modes file down powertrain edges Up to 33 miles of EPA-rated range possible The 2025 Hyundai Tucson crossover SUV tackles its midlife crisis with a series of updates that include standard all-wheel drive in PHEV editions, and new infotainment screens. With the.

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Tesla Model Y Refresh sightings: Here’s when we could expect it

Teslarati

A refreshed Tesla Model Y was spotted over the weekend, but that does not necessarily mean it will come out anytime soon. We reported on the sighting of a potential Model Y refresh , known as “Project Juniper,” this past weekend. However, although it could potentially be an early rendition of what Tesla could do to bring a new look and new features to its most popular car, it will take some time for it to hit production lines and make it to the public.

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Are electric cars good for city driving only? NZ farmer busts another EV myth

The Driven EV News

Great for people in the city, not great for the people in the country. NZ farmer Mike Casey explains why this view on EVs "couldn't be further from the truth." The post Are electric cars good for city driving only? NZ farmer busts another EV myth appeared first on The Driven.

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Faurecia and Accenture partner on products and services for connected and autonomous vehicles

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Porsche's gas-powered era begins to end in 2026

Green Car Reports

Porsche has confirmed that the gas-powered Macan SUV and the 718 Boxster and Cayman sports cars all will be discontinued by 2026. A Reuters report confirms the decision, which has been widely anticipated as Porsche has introduced and updated key vehicles in its electric-car product plan, including the electric Taycan sedan and the upcoming Macan.

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NASCAR Showcases New Electric Car, Blows Off “Woke” Controversy

CleanTechnica EVs

With a Crossover Utility Vehicle profile and three electric motors, the new NASCAR-ABB electric car collaboration supports NASCAR's dedication to keeping the "stock" in stock car racing. The post NASCAR Showcases New Electric Car, Blows Off “Woke” Controversy appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Lucid (LCID) beats Q2 delivery goal after a record quarter

Electrek

Luxury EV maker Lucid (LCID) is trending after beating Q2 expectations and setting a new delivery record. The news is sending Lucid shares higher on Monday.

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Porsche Confirms Plan To Take Some Combustion Cars Fully Electric

InsideEVs

The German performance brand won't reverse course on EVs. Plus, the Geely brands get hit hard by new anti-China tariffs.

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ExxonMobil announces 6th oil discovery offshore Guyana with Ranger-1; Guyana may move from non-producer to regional powerhouse

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A new Electrify America pilot will limit EVs to 85% state of charge

Electrek

Electrify America (EA) has kicked off a pilot at 10 of its charging stations, limiting EVs to 85% state of charge to reduce congestion.

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Turmoil Disrupts Swedish Brands Northvolt & Volvo

CleanTechnica EVs

Northvolt and Volvo are both encountering headwinds that may delay their electric car battery and manufacturing plans. The post Turmoil Disrupts Swedish Brands Northvolt & Volvo appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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BYD launches new 2025 Dolphin EV with the same $14K price tag and more range

Electrek

Adding to its arsenal of low-cost electric cars, BYD launched its updated 2025 Dolphin EV on Monday. The new Dolphin starts at the same $13,700 (RMB 99,800) price, but with a bigger battery, the updated model boasts a longer driving range.

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Global Plug-In Car Sales Hit 1.3 Million In May 2024

InsideEVs

Rechargeable cars captured 20% of the passenger car market.

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Elon Musk goes to war against Tesla (TSLA) shorts again

Electrek

Elon Musk is going to war against people shorting Tesla’ stock (TSLA) again.

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Tesla Production, Deliveries Graphed Through Q2 2024: The Road To 6 Million EVs

InsideEVs

In Q2, the difference between deliveries and production hit a record 33,000 units.

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New Xpeng G6 electric SUV test vehicle spotted in Sydney

The Driven EV News

Upcoming electric SUV, the Xpeng G6 has been spotted in Sydney, revealing key interior details. The post New Xpeng G6 electric SUV test vehicle spotted in Sydney appeared first on The Driven.

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How Electrify America Is Tackling One Huge EV Charging Problem

InsideEVs

To combat long lines at busy stations, the charging network is testing a plan to boot users once their cars reach 85%.

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Ford teases its new EV coming this week, a revival of a ‘legend’

Electrek

Ford is unveiling its newest electric vehicle this week. Ahead of its official debut, Ford teased the new EV, claiming “the legend is back.

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Zeekr CX1E Aims Straight For The Tesla Model Y

InsideEVs

The compact crossover is part of Zeekr's plan to introduce seven new EVs by 2026.

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Australian EV charging start-up raises $4 million seeks more to expand manufacturing

The Driven EV News

Evos - founded by former Tritium executives - has raised $4 million and is seeking another $6 million to help expand its manufacturing capabilities in home and fleet products. The post Australian EV charging start-up raises $4 million seeks more to expand manufacturing appeared first on The Driven.

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SK On and Sakuu will jointly develop 3D-printed EV batteries

Electrek

Global EV battery maker SK On now has a joint development agreement with Sakuu, the “world’s first manufacturing platform for printing battery electrodes.

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Plug-In Car Sales In Europe Shrunk In May 2024

InsideEVs

Only non-rechargeable hybrids expanded, taking 30% of the market.

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New Tesla Model Y spotted with camouflage – refresh coming?

Electrek

A new Tesla Model Y with camouflage has been spotted testing in California. Is a refresh coming soon? After the.

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Flipped Tesla Cybertruck Involved In Huge Crash Pops Up For Sale

InsideEVs

How fast was this Cybertruck going when it crashed to suffer this much damage, and what did it crash into?

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Tesla Model Y is the best-selling imported car in S Korea in H1 2024

Teslarati

The Tesla Model Y is South Korea’s best-selling imported car in the first half of 2024. The Kaizuyu Data Research Institute released a report on July 7 stating that Tesla sold a total of 10,041 units in South Korea in the first half of the year. The Tesla Model Y Q1 2024 sales increased 395.4% compared to the same period last year. The Tesla Model Y surpassed the sales of luxury brands Mercedes-Benz and BMW in H1 2024, shaking up the structure of South Korea’s top-selling car brands.

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NASCAR & IndyCar Embrace Electric Car Racing Programs

CleanTechnica EVs

The electric car revolution has now come to NASCAR and IndyCar in very separate ways -- one battery and the other hybrid powered. The post NASCAR & IndyCar Embrace Electric Car Racing Programs appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Grid up! Regulation rewrite boosts bi-directional charging in Australia to enable V2G, V2H

EV Central

Vehicle-to-home and vehicle-to-grid charging using electric vehicles as battery storage is set to finally get rolling in Australia. The crucial change is a rewriting of the Australian Standards relating to inverters, including the bi-directional chargers that enable V2H and V2G charging. That promises to make it easier and more affordable to use the high-voltage battery pack of an EV to power a house and an electric car and return electricity to the grid for profit.

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Electrify America launches congestion fee pilot at select charging stations

Teslarati

Electrify America has followed Tesla into one strategy intended to reduce congestion at its chargers, as announced by the Volkswagen-owned company this week. On Monday, Electrify America announced that it would be piloting a program to institute an 85-percent State of Charge (SoC) limit at its charging stations, along with charging idling fees starting 10 minutes after charging is complete.

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Help CleanTechnica & Charge To The Parks Beat The Summer Heat!

CleanTechnica EVs

I'm running a fundraiser to make some needed improvements to my trailer for the Charge To The Parks project and then take some regional trips to show EV drivers great spots to avoid the summer heat while camping. The post Help CleanTechnica & Charge To The Parks Beat The Summer Heat! appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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